Data Scientist
Mercor
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Job Description
About Mercor
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Position: Data Scientist
This is a contract position for a Data Scientist, offering competitive compensation at $75 per hour. The role is fully remote, allowing you to work independently and asynchronously.
Role Responsibilities
- Create realistic workflows involving SQL manipulation of datasets from daily roles.
- Validate and reason through ideal solutions for solving tasks.
- Review and validate AI model tool use capabilities related to your workflow.
- Evaluate data quality and implement validation checks.
- Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- 3+ years of experience in data analysis, data science, or a related quantitative field.
- Advanced proficiency in SQL (e.g., window functions, CTEs, query optimization, joins across large datasets).
- Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, Snowflake, BigQuery, or similar.
- Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
Preferred
- Degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or a related field.
Application Process
The application process is designed to be efficient, taking approximately 20-30 minutes to complete.
- Submit your resume or LinkedIn profile highlighting SQL and data experience.
- Complete a brief skills assessment focused on SQL proficiency.
- Selected applicants may be invited to complete a short project-based evaluation.
- Qualified candidates can expect follow-up within a few days regarding next steps.
For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com
Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.
Key skills/competency
- Data Analysis
- Data Science
- SQL Proficiency
- Relational Databases
- Analytical Thinking
- Data Quality
- AI Model Evaluation
- Workflow Creation
- Problem Solving
- Asynchronous Work
How to Get Hired at Mercor
- Research Mercor's mission: Study their focus on connecting talent with AI research and their investor backing to align your application.
- Highlight SQL expertise: Tailor your resume to prominently feature advanced SQL skills, database experience, and data manipulation projects.
- Showcase analytical thinking: Prepare to demonstrate your problem-solving abilities and attention to detail through past data analysis scenarios.
- Practice project-based evaluations: Be ready for practical assessments by reviewing data quality checks and workflow optimization techniques.
- Understand AI context: Familiarize yourself with Mercor's work in AI research labs to speak to how your data skills support AI model development.
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